Because Freon is becoming so hard to find, the cost to buy it has surged. The overwhelming majority of Freon found on the market today is actually reclaimed, which means it isn't even new and it still goes for well over double or even triple the price of a different, modern refrigerant.

Why is Freon so expensive 2021?

Why is Freon R-22 so expensive? The reality is you are a victim of supply and demand due to the shortage of Freon R-22. You see, nearly 30 years ago the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) ruled that Freon R-22 should be phased out as it contains ingredients that have been shown to deplete the ozone.

Why is refrigerant so expensive 2022?

R-22, or Freon, has been phased out and replaced with options that are more environmentally friendly. That means older systems in need of R-22 will be more expensive to repair due to the short supply of the coolant. Even newer coolants such as R-410a have been in higher demand, which also raises the prices.